S1 E1 • Extreme Machines: Super Trains

From the trains of China and India to the latest high speed engines in Europe and America, trains travel some of the most dangerous and inaccessible terrains in the world. Today railroads are making a comeback, but the danger involved is underestimated.

S1 E2 • Stealth Secrets

The future of stealth flight, including bombers that can travel at five times the speed of sound, brought to life through 3-D animation

Première diffusion : 1 janvier 2001

S1 E3 • Everything You Need To Know: The Brain

S1 E4 • Extreme Machines: Million Dollars Motors

S1 E5 • Fireballs From Space

S1 E6 • Shark Feeding Frenzy

S1 E7 • Shark Tribe

S1 E8 • Top Five Eaten Alive

S1 E9 • Dinosaurs Return to Life

Discovery Channel presents the premiere of Dinosaurs: Return to Life, a startling one-hour special that virtually turns back the clock to the Jurassic period and recreates the dinosaurs that ruled the planet 200 million years ago. Through rapid advances in genetics, scientists are discovering the genetic traits of dinosaurs in the DNA of birds. They are showing that it is possible to bring back teeth, long tails and hands in place of wings. In Dinosaurs: Return to Life, learn why the dream of recreating the dinosaur genome is coming closer to reality.

S1 E10 • The Space Shuttle

This documentary looks behind the scenes of NASA's Space Shuttle program. People from virtually every aspect of Shuttle operations talk about their jobs: astronaut selection and training, vehicle and cargo prep, pad rollout, launch, mission control, and recovery. The different responsibilities of the various Space Centers are illustrated, and the unmanned- vs. manned-spacecraft controversy is discussed. Also included are personal recollections of the Challenger disaster.

S1 E11 • Ten Ways The World Will End

There are endless gruesome ways that the world could end; through nasty, natural disasters or because of some man-made abomination. From maniac killer robots and super volcanoes, to an alien invasion and mutant psycho humans, all options are covered in Ten Ways the World Will End.

Première diffusion : 9 mai 2007

S1 E12 • Hubble Secrets from Space

"Hubble: Secrets from Space" is a study of both the extraordinary capabilities and the imperfections of science. Part one takes you back to the early, troubled days of Hubble and the incredible rescue mission that saved the project. Part two explains how the telescope "sees" and shows you pictures never thought possible before Hubble: details of supernovas, nascent planetary systems around other stars, and the "Hubble Deep Field"-the deepest picture of the universe ever taken.

S1 E13 • Eyes On Mars

EYES ON MARS is the essential companion for the Mars missions. With more than two hours of content, it presents: - An exciting documentary about the ongoing quest to fully understand the mysteries of Mars - 3-D computer-generated simulation of the Mars mission, detailing the launch, flight, and landing of the Mars Exploration Rover - A look at Mars missions of the past -- the successes and the failures -- and the robotics we sent there - A Mars gallery with artists' renderings of Mars landscapes Interviews with 16 guest experts who answer questions about life on Mars, water on Mars, and other enduring mysteries.

S1 E14 • Real Superhumans

Since the beginning of life on Earth, evolution has been dictated by Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection. And now, humanity is on the brink of a change so radical, so rapid and unlike any other stage in human history. And while most of us are waiting at the precipice, have some already taken the leap?

Première diffusion : 8 novembre 2007

S1 E15 • The Mars Underground

Join us on a journey, the daring first human mission to the red planet and explore the challenges of surviving on Mars, a mysterious world that once had oceans, rivers and may have harbored simple life - the discovery of which could revolutionize our understanding of the universe.

S1 E16 • First Alien Encounter

Scientists keep searching for life beyond Earth. What might other life-forms look like? Should there be an official plan in case contact is made?

Première diffusion : 1 novembre 1997

S1 E17 • Building the Biggest International Space Station

The space station, a collaboration between 16 countries, is being assembled piece by piece. More than 50 missions, mostly by the Shuttle, will be needed to transport and assemble all the components. When it is complete the final structure will be longer than a soccer pitch at 108 metres, will weigh 450 tonnes and will have more than 1200 cubic metres of pressurised space. It will support a permanent crew of six astronauts.

S1 E18 • 1000 Places To See Before You Die - Australia

The Ulles take their world travels to the adventure capital of the world: Australia! From bungee jumping adventure in the jungle, to hanging out with kangaroos, to flying over the breathtaking Great Barrier Reef, Australia has it all!

S1 E19 • 1000 Places To See Before You Die - Alaska

S1 E20 • 1000 Places To See Before You Die - France

The Ulles next stop is one of the most beautiful and romantic destinations in the world: France. On their excursion, they immerse themselves in culture, art, fashion, and high stakes gaming. The Ulles take in everything France has to offer.

S1 E21 • 1000 Places To See Before You Die - Italy

The Ulles take their world odyssey to one of Europe's most romantic destinations, Italy. More than just beautiful landscapes, Italy offers Melanie and Albin history, culture, cuisine; from Lake Como to Venice, the Ulles experience the best of Italy.

S1 E22 • 1000 Places To See Before You Die - Mexico

Join Melanie and Albin as they discover the US's colorful neighbor: Mexico. With its collage of culture and tradition, the Ulles visit Guadalajara, "the most Mexican city in Mexico," and Zihuatanejo, one of Mexico's hidden treasures.

S1 E23 • 1000 Places To See Before You Die - Peru

S1 E24 • 1000 Places To See Before You Die - Cambodia

The Ulles head to Cambodia, a nation rich in sites and limitless in exploration. They discover a getaway into Cambodia's history in Angkor, explore Cambodia's Tonle Sap, the largest freshwater floodplain in the world, and visit the somber Killing Fields.

S1 E25 • 1000 Places To See Before You Die - Nepal

As the Ulles make their way around the world, they make an exhilirating stop in Nepal and Bhutan. A kingdom of astounding geographical features, Nepal offers the Ulles the chance to experience all the mysticism and wonder of this breathtaking country.

S1 E26 • 1000 Places To See Before You Die - Hawaii

The Ulles discover Oahu and the Big Island. On Oahu, a hike up to Diamond Head leads to one of the most breathtaking views of the island's shores. On the Big Island, they explore one of the world's most active volcanoes, learn to surf, and cliff dive.

S1 E27 • 1000 Places To See Before You Die - Brazil

S1 E28 • 1000 Places To See Before You Die - India

S1 E29 • 1000 Places To See Before You Die - South Africa

S1 E30 • We Built This City - London

S1 E31 • We Built This City - New York

S1 E32 • Extreme Engineering - Dubai, the ski resort in the desert

Extreme Engineering unveils some of the most ambitious architectural plans of our times. Some are theoretical; others are in the works. But each of these modern marvels poses challenges that stretch the definition of what's possible. Watch as jaw-dropping computer animation and first-hand accounts from builders, designers and engineers breathe life into the most extreme construction projects ever conceived. Head to one of the hottest regions on the planet – United Arab Emirates – for a look at the coolest engineering project yet: a ski resort in the middle of a desert. Rising from the sea of sand that surrounds the Arabian peninsula's most vibrant city, this impressive concrete structure will use 23 massive air conditioners to maintain an indoor temperature of 30 degrees Fahrenheit – in a country where the average high temperature reaches the low 100s in the summer months. But before the five ski slopes and multiple half pipes can be opened to the public, engineers must finish installing the upper portion of the resort. With the foundation and most of the ground-level attractions complete, the goal is to raise the 4,000-ton top-level section and carefully fit it into place. Watch as workers slowly hoist the structure off the desert floor, using a complex system of steel cables – all the while monitoring the ascent for any sign of buckling or cracking in the straining steel.

S1 E33 • Inside the Twin Towers

The image of featureless steel structures catastrophically crumbling into a fatal dust storm was indelibly imprinted on the minds of millions of people around the world. Yet the enormous plumes of smoke, the soaring balls of fire and the sheer scale of the buildings masked the human face of the tragedy. For the first time, through drama supported by interviews and archival footage, TV audiences will be invited to venture inside the towers to follow the stories of more than a dozen individuals whose daily routine is swept aside by events that changed the world forever. Based on the testimonies of survivors, victims’ families, emergency workers and city officials, Inside the Twin Towers opens with a glimpse of the everyday world of work and office life. It is easy to relate to Melanie de Vere, the 30-year-old British publishing executive helping to host a conference in the North Tower, and also with Stanley Praimnath, a banker devoted to his religion and family. We meet Hong Zhu, the broker who was caught up in the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center, and Jan Demczur, the window cleaner who knows so many faces throughout the buildings. In an instant, fate decrees who will have the opportunity to escape and who will not. Some have the option of being able to leave, but not all have the strength to do what is required to survive. On Sept. 11, 2001, American Airlines Flight 11 struck the North Tower at 8:46 a.m. and in the following 17 minutes, Melanie, Hong and Jan find that they are among the thousands of people suddenly confronted by confusion and uncertainty. While they search for answers, individuals such as construction manager Frank De Martini are fighting to rescue those trapped by tons of debris. Frank, supported by his colleagues Pablo and Mak, are pushing their way up into the wreckage of the dying building, rolling back the boundary between life and death. Outside the North Tower, New York officials, supported by the Port Authority, are mobiliz

S1 E34 • The Falklands War

S1 E35 • Zero Hour - Massacre at Columbine High

S1 E36 • Hudson Plane Crash – What Really Happened?

Inside story of Flight 1549. How does a plane lose both engines over a city, and crash lands without a single death? New footage and exclusive interviews with crew, survivors, and rescuers tell the amazing story of survival.

Première diffusion : 4 mars 2009

S1 E37 • Mastodon in Your Backyard - The Ultimate Guide

S1 E38 • The Story of Computer Games

Story of computer games

S1 E38 • Giant Squid: Caught On Camera

The first-ever footage of a living Giant Squid. It’s been almost a year since this one was caught by Japanese researchers off the Ogasawara islands, south of Tokyo.

S1 E39 • Universe: Stars

S1 E40 • Warriors of the French Foreign Legion

S1 E41 • Valley of the T-Rex

Challenging a century of romantic perceptions, Tyrannosaurus, says Jack Horner, was a nasty-looking, hunched-over beast that was a lousy runner with mediocre vision and had spindly little arms that would have been useless in a fight. But T. rex would have been a masterful scavenger. Horner's colleagues in paleontology seem largely unconvinced.

S1 E42 • Building A 21st Century Warship

S1 E43 • 100 Greatest Discoveries Physics

Explore the most important physics discoveries that help us understand how the world and universe operate, and why things move and work the way they do. Learn about the scientific breakthroughs of Galileo, Sir Issac Newton, Albert Einstein, and more.

S1 E44 • Michelangelo Code: Secrets of The Sistine Chapel Part 1

Art critic, Waldemar Januszczak, attempts to unlock the secrets of arguably the world's most famous work of art, the Sistine Chapel, and its pictorial codes and iconography.

Première diffusion : 18 juillet 2008

S1 E45 • Michelangelo Code: Secrets of The Sistine Chapel Part 2

Next part of the art documentary in which top critic and art writer Waldemar Januszczak reveals the hidden meaning behind the most famous work of art in the world. His shocking discoveries come from 20 years of research and unprecedented access to the Vatican, taking him as far afield as Texas and Jerusalem, as well as all over Italy.

Première diffusion : 18 juillet 2008

S1 E46 • ULTIMATE OLYMPICS: Go Beijing

Beijing set itself the challenge of becoming the ultimate Olympic city: hi-tech, green and distinctively Chinese. Will the people of Beijing manage their dreams?

Première diffusion : 8 septembre 2008

S1 E47 • ULTIMATE OLYMPICS: Rivals

China's rise up the Olympic medal table has been astounding and is second only to the USA. How will China claim first place at the Beijing Olympics?

Première diffusion : 8 septembre 2008

S1 E48 • Jack the Ripper: The First Serial Killer

Criminal psychologist at New Scotland Yard Laura Richard uses modern investigation techniques to try and build a portrait of the Victorian serial killer Jack the Ripper. She and other experts, including a pathologist, historian, profiler and policeman, examine the crimes and try and establish why the particular victims were chosen, and the possible motivations and reasons for the crimes.

Première diffusion : 7 août 2008

S1 E49 • Cruising Antarctica

Première diffusion : 11 septembre 2004